Colombo, March 3 -- The Local Government (LG) elections are likely to be held in the first week of May, Daily Mirror learns.

Speaking to Daily Mirror, the Election Commission Chairman R.M.A.L. Ratnayake said a special meeting would be convened to discuss the date and reach a final decision within this week.

"The decision would be taken after considering all proposals put forward by respective political parties," he stated.

"We take all suggestions into account. However, as an independent body, the relevant date will be announced in line with the Local Government Election Act," the Election Chief stressed.

Opposition parties have requested a delay in calling for nominations until the budget debate concludes, while the government has pu...